Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine
Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine
Seasonal bronze and burgundy foliage tones combined with dense evergreen structure provide reliable contrast in formal and contemporary planting schemes.
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About this tree
About this tree
- Mature height
- 1m to 2m
- Mature width
- 80cm to 1.5m
Podocarpus macrophyllus 'Mood Ring' PBR is a compact evergreen conifer shrub with an upright, densely branched habit. The narrow leathery leaves are deep green through the warm months and shift to bronze and burgundy tones as temperatures drop, returning to green with the spring flush. It holds a neat outline without training.
It grows in full sun to part shade in free draining soil, and takes coastal exposure, urban conditions and a wide range of soils once established. Growth is slow, at 15 to 35 centimetres a year. Established plants handle light to moderate frost and dry spells, suiting temperate, subtropical and coastal climates.
Expect roughly 1.5 to 2 metres tall and around 1 metre wide, which places it well for low hedging, narrow borders, courtyard beds and large pots by an entry. Its slow steady growth and reliable colour change make it an easy specification where formal structure has to look right year round.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Mood Ring Buddhist Pine
What is Mood Ring Buddhist Pine?
'Mood Ring' is a compact cultivar of Podocarpus macrophyllus, sometimes called Buddhist Pine or Yew Pine. It is an evergreen conifer shrub with dense upright growth and narrow leathery foliage. The name comes from the seasonal colour change, where the leaves take on bronze and burgundy tones in cool weather.
How big does it grow?
It reaches roughly 1.5 to 2 metres tall and about 1 metre wide, growing upright and staying narrow. Growth is slow at 15 to 35 centimetres a year, so it takes several seasons to reach full size and holds its proportions well along the way. Trimming keeps it lower where a shorter hedge is wanted.
Why does the foliage change colour?
The bronze and burgundy tones develop in response to cold, appearing through late autumn and winter and fading back to green as the weather warms in spring. The effect is strongest in full sun and in colder districts. Plants in warm subtropical gardens or in shade show much less colour change.
Can it grow in pots?
Yes, it is well suited to containers because of its slow growth and narrow upright shape. Use a pot at least 400 millimetres across with a free draining mix and drainage that stays clear. Water regularly in summer, let the surface dry between waterings, and feed with a slow release fertiliser each spring.
Does it need sun or shade?
Full sun to part shade both work. Full sun gives the densest growth and the strongest winter colour, while part shade produces a looser plant with greener foliage. It tolerates more shade than most conifers, which makes it useful on the southern side of buildings and in narrow side gardens.
How far apart should I plant it for a low hedge?
For a solid low hedge, plant 60 to 80 centimetres apart. Because growth is slow, closer spacing gives a finished look sooner and is worth the extra plants where the hedge matters. For a row of individual specimens with visible gaps between them, allow 1 to 1.2 metres.
How do I care for it?
Water through the first two summers, then during extended dry spells. Mulch to keep the root zone cool and clear of weeds. Trim lightly in spring and again in late summer to hold the form tight. Feed with a slow release fertiliser in early spring, and avoid waterlogged soil at all times.
Mature height & width
Mature height & width
- Mature height
- 1m to 2m
- Mature width
- 80cm to 1.5m
Pot sizes & dimensions
Pot sizes & dimensions
| Pot / bag size | Width | Depth |
|---|---|---|
| 30cm Pot | 33cm | 30cm |
| 40cm/45L Pot | 44cm | 41.5cm |
| 50cm Pot / 70L Pot | 55cm | 41.8cm |
| 100L Bag | 50.6cm | 52.8cm |
| 150L Bag | 66cm | 55cm |
| 200L Bag | 71.5cm | 60.5cm |
| 300L Bag | 88cm | 63.8cm |
| 400L Bag | 99cm | 66cm |
| 500L Bag | 122cm | 66cm |
| 750L Bag | 134cm | 69cm |
| 1000L Bag | 146.3cm | 71.5cm |
| 2000L Bag | 176cm | 82.5cm |
General planting reference from our existing size guide. Actual containers can vary by supplier and batch; confirm exact dimensions if required.
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About Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ PBR
Podocarpus macrophyllus 'Mood Ring' PBR is a compact evergreen conifer shrub with an upright, densely branched habit. The narrow leathery leaves are deep green through the warm months and shift to bronze and burgundy tones as temperatures drop, returning to green with the spring flush. It holds a neat outline without training.
It grows in full sun to part shade in free draining soil, and takes coastal exposure, urban conditions and a wide range of soils once established. Growth is slow, at 15 to 35 centimetres a year. Established plants handle light to moderate frost and dry spells, suiting temperate, subtropical and coastal climates.
Expect roughly 1.5 to 2 metres tall and around 1 metre wide, which places it well for low hedging, narrow borders, courtyard beds and large pots by an entry. Its slow steady growth and reliable colour change make it an easy specification where formal structure has to look right year round.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Mood Ring Buddhist Pine
What is Mood Ring Buddhist Pine?
'Mood Ring' is a compact cultivar of Podocarpus macrophyllus, sometimes called Buddhist Pine or Yew Pine. It is an evergreen conifer shrub with dense upright growth and narrow leathery foliage. The name comes from the seasonal colour change, where the leaves take on bronze and burgundy tones in cool weather.
How big does it grow?
It reaches roughly 1.5 to 2 metres tall and about 1 metre wide, growing upright and staying narrow. Growth is slow at 15 to 35 centimetres a year, so it takes several seasons to reach full size and holds its proportions well along the way. Trimming keeps it lower where a shorter hedge is wanted.
Why does the foliage change colour?
The bronze and burgundy tones develop in response to cold, appearing through late autumn and winter and fading back to green as the weather warms in spring. The effect is strongest in full sun and in colder districts. Plants in warm subtropical gardens or in shade show much less colour change.
Can it grow in pots?
Yes, it is well suited to containers because of its slow growth and narrow upright shape. Use a pot at least 400 millimetres across with a free draining mix and drainage that stays clear. Water regularly in summer, let the surface dry between waterings, and feed with a slow release fertiliser each spring.
Does it need sun or shade?
Full sun to part shade both work. Full sun gives the densest growth and the strongest winter colour, while part shade produces a looser plant with greener foliage. It tolerates more shade than most conifers, which makes it useful on the southern side of buildings and in narrow side gardens.
How far apart should I plant it for a low hedge?
For a solid low hedge, plant 60 to 80 centimetres apart. Because growth is slow, closer spacing gives a finished look sooner and is worth the extra plants where the hedge matters. For a row of individual specimens with visible gaps between them, allow 1 to 1.2 metres.
How do I care for it?
Water through the first two summers, then during extended dry spells. Mulch to keep the root zone cool and clear of weeds. Trim lightly in spring and again in late summer to hold the form tight. Feed with a slow release fertiliser in early spring, and avoid waterlogged soil at all times.
- Foliage
Evergreen (foliage year round)
- Position
- Form
- Use
- Mature height
- 1m to 2m
- Mature width
- 80cm to 1.5m
Planting Information
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine
Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine is expected to grow 15cm to 35cm per year under suitable conditions.
Long Term Care For Your Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine
Planting Your Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine in Different Soil
Uses in my Garden
Uses in my Garden
Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine works in an:
Is Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine Evergreen or Deciduous?
Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 1m to 2m
Mature Width: 80cm to 1.5m
Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine is expected to grow 15cm to 35cm per year under suitable conditions.
Growth Rate of Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine
Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine is expected to grow 15cm to 35cm per year under suitable conditions.
They are considered to have a:
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine
Is Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine frost tolerant?
Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.
Does Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine Flower?
Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ produces small inconspicuous flowers during the warmer months, occasionally followed by decorative fruit on mature plants. While flowering is subtle, the plant is primarily valued for its colourful foliage tones and dense evergreen growth habit.
Does Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine flower?
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Is Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine an Australian Native Tree?
No
Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine is Native to Derived from Asian Podocarpus macrophyllus breeding and ornamental foliage selections.
What is the Wildlife Value of Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine ?
Its dense evergreen foliage provides valuable shelter and habitat for small birds and beneficial insects throughout the year. The compact branching habit also contributes to biodiversity within ornamental and screening landscape settings.
How much Sunlight does Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine need?
Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine will thrive best in:
Preferred Soil?
Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ performs best in rich, well-drained loam or sandy soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. It will also tolerate a range of general garden soils provided drainage remains reliable. Avoid persistently wet or heavily compacted conditions unless significantly improved, as excess moisture can reduce root health and overall vigour. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the plant matures.
Is Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine Drought Tolerant?
Is Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine Drought tolerant?
As a young plant it benefits from regular watering to establish healthy dense growth, particularly during warmer weather. Once established, ‘Mood Ring’ shows good drought tolerance and performs reliably through dry periods, although occasional supplementary watering supports stronger foliage colour and overall vigour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ PBR is loved for its Seasonal bronze and burgundy foliage tones combined with dense evergreen structure provide reliable contrast in formal and contemporary planting schemes.
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Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides 'Balls' is Star Jasmine grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere. The small glossy leaves sit tight on a woody framework, holding a clean rounded outline year round. White pinwheel flowers open in spring and carry a strong sweet scent right across a courtyard.
Ball specimens hold at about 1 to 1.5 metres tall and wide with light clipping. Full sun to part shade suits them, in any free draining soil. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year. They handle coastal exposure, light frost and dry spells once the roots are down.
Repeat them along a driveway, either side of an entry, or in pots on a terrace where a formal shape is wanted straight away. They read as structure in a planting scheme without the height of a hedge, and because the form is already trained, a new garden looks settled from the day it goes in.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Star Jasmine Balls
What are Star Jasmine Balls?
They are Trachelospermum jasminoides, the common Star Jasmine, grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere on a woody framework. Instead of climbing, the plant is trained into a self supporting rounded shape. The foliage is small, glossy and dark green, and the plant carries scented white flowers through spring.
How big do Star Jasmine Balls grow?
They hold at roughly 1 to 1.5 metres tall and 1 to 1.5 metres wide. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year, so a light clip once or twice a year keeps the ball tight at whatever size within that range suits the setting.
Do Star Jasmine Balls need sun or shade?
Full sun to part shade both work. Full sun gives the densest foliage and the heaviest flowering, while part shade produces slightly softer, more open growth and fewer flowers. Avoid deep shade, where the ball thins out and loses its outline. Morning sun with afternoon protection suits hot inland gardens.
Can Star Jasmine Balls be grown in pots?
Yes, and pots are one of the main uses. A container 50 to 60 centimetres wide with a quality free draining mix will hold a ball for years. Water more often than you would in the ground, especially in summer, and feed in spring and again in late summer. Refresh the mix every few years.
Are Star Jasmine Balls evergreen?
Yes, the foliage is held year round. The glossy dark green leaves take on a bronze tinge in cold weather and green up again in spring, but the plant never goes bare. That is what makes it useful as permanent structure in a scheme, particularly in winter once perennials have died back.
When do Star Jasmine Balls flower?
Flowering runs through spring, roughly September to November, and often carries into early summer in warmer districts. The white pinwheel flowers are small but produced in quantity, and the scent is strong on still evenings. Flowering is heaviest on plants in full sun that were not clipped hard just before bud set.
How do I prune and care for Star Jasmine Balls?
Clip lightly with hedging shears once after flowering and again in late summer if needed, taking only the new growth to keep the outline crisp. Water deeply in dry weather, mulch the base, and feed in early spring. The sap is milky and can irritate skin, so wear gloves when trimming.
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa, Coastal Rosemary, is an Australian native evergreen shrub from the headlands and dunes of the east coast. It builds a dense rounded bush of fine grey green leaves held in whorls, with small white to pale lilac flowers. Despite the common name it is not the culinary herb.
Mature plants sit at 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide, growing 30 to 60 centimetres a year, and they clip smaller without complaint. Full sun to part shade and sharp drainage are the requirements. Salt wind, sandy soil, drought and light to moderate frost are all handled.
It is a standard on coastal projects, road verges, council garden beds and exposed banks that need erosion cover. Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for an informal screen, or 80 centimetres for a clipped hedge. A single plant fills a 40 to 50 centimetre pot on a courtyard or balcony.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Coastal Rosemary
What is Coastal Rosemary?
Westringia fruticosa is an Australian native evergreen shrub from the headlands and dunes of the east coast. It forms a dense rounded bush of fine grey green leaves held in whorls, with small white to pale lilac flowers. Despite the common name it is not culinary rosemary and is not used in cooking.
How big does Coastal Rosemary grow?
Mature plants reach 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide. It clips readily to smaller dimensions and is often maintained at around a metre as a hedge or a low mound. Growth is moderate, roughly 30 to 60 centimetres a year, so it holds a trimmed shape well.
Is Coastal Rosemary suitable for coastal positions?
It is one of the best shrubs available for exposed coastal work. It grows naturally on sea cliffs and copes with salt laden wind, sand and reflected heat. It is used constantly on beachfront reserves, dune stabilisation projects and seaside gardens where little else holds a tidy shape.
When does Coastal Rosemary flower?
The main flush is spring and summer, roughly September through February, with scattered flowering at other times of the year in mild districts. The flowers are small, white to pale lilac and sit among the foliage rather than above it. Clipped hedges flower less than plants left to grow informally.
How far apart should I plant Coastal Rosemary for a hedge?
Space plants 80 centimetres apart for a tight formal hedge, or 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen. On banks and batters used for erosion cover, 1 metre in a staggered grid gives full ground coverage within about two growing seasons.
Can Coastal Rosemary grow in pots?
Yes. A pot 40 to 50 centimetres wide suits a single plant for a courtyard, entry or balcony. Use a free draining mix, because the roots will not tolerate sitting wet. Container plants need watering more often than those in the ground, plus a light trim to hold their shape.
How do I prune and care for Coastal Rosemary?
Trim lightly two or three times a year, taking the soft new growth and avoiding cuts into bare old wood, which reshoots poorly. Water through the first summer, then only in extended dry spells. On most soils it needs no feeding at all, and it resents heavy watering and poor drainage.
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
Westringia 'Wynyabbie Blue' is a hardy Australian native shrub grown for its lilac blue flowers, which are larger and more freely carried than those of the common white forms. Narrow grey green leaves sit in neat whorls on a dense rounded frame that holds its shape through the year.
Expect 1.5 to 2 metres in height and width at maturity, at 30 to 60 centimetres a year. Full sun brings the heaviest flowering, though part shade is accepted. Drainage matters above everything else, after which it takes salt wind, sandy or gravelly ground, drought and light to moderate frost.
Mass plantings on batters, median strips and coastal frontages are where it earns its keep, and it clips into a low hedge of about a metre without losing its flowering. Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for an informal screen. One plant fills a 40 to 50 centimetre pot neatly.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
What is Westringia Wynyabbie Blue?
Westringia 'Wynyabbie Blue' is a hardy Australian native shrub grown for its lilac blue flowers, which are larger and more freely carried than those of the common white forms. Narrow grey green leaves sit in neat whorls on a dense rounded frame. It is evergreen and holds its structure all year.
How big does Wynyabbie Blue grow?
It reaches 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide at maturity, growing 30 to 60 centimetres a year. It clips comfortably to around a metre if you want a lower hedge, and it will hold that height indefinitely given two or three light trims a year.
When does Wynyabbie Blue flower?
From spring right through autumn, roughly September to May, with sporadic flowers in winter in mild districts. The lilac blue flowers open in flushes rather than all at once, so there is usually some colour on the plant. Flowering is heaviest in full sun on lean, well drained soil.
Is Wynyabbie Blue drought tolerant?
Yes. Once the roots are established it needs very little water and copes with extended dry periods, which is why it is used on unirrigated median strips and road verges. Drainage matters more than watering, since the plant will die in soggy ground long before it dies of thirst.
Is Wynyabbie Blue suitable for coastal positions?
It is. Salt laden wind, sandy soils and reflected heat are all handled, and it is planted routinely on foreshore reserves and beachside gardens. In very exposed frontal positions the plant stays lower and denser than it would inland, which generally suits the situation anyway.
How far apart should I plant Wynyabbie Blue for a hedge?
Use 80 centimetres between plants for a clipped formal hedge, or 1 to 1.5 metres for a dense informal screen. For mass planting on banks and median strips, 1 metre in a staggered pattern gives full coverage within about two growing seasons and shades out most weeds.
How do I prune and care for Wynyabbie Blue?
Trim lightly after each flowering flush, taking soft growth only. Cutting back into bare old wood leaves gaps that will not fill in, so stay on top of it rather than letting it get away. Water through the first summer, then rarely. Avoid rich soils and heavy fertiliser.
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
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